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Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 6
Houston RocketsRockets
114
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 37 | 27 | 22 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 25 | 32 | 25 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers fended off the Rockets 120-114. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.